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Gestational trophoblastic neoplasia ultrasound
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Ultrasound may be performed to detect metastasis of choriocarcinoma to the pelvis and abdomen.
Ultrasound Findings in Choriocarcinoma
Ultrasound Findings in Choriocarcinoma
Ultrasound is usually the first test done if gestational trophoblastic tumour is suspected.[1]
- It is used to:
- Identify most types of gestational trophoblastic disease
- Check for metastasis in the pelvis or abdomen
- Plan treatment
References
References
- ↑ Diagnosing gestational trophoblastic disease. Canadian Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/gestational-trophoblastic-disease/diagnosis/?region=ns Accessed on October 12, 2015
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